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Samsung washing machine won't spin or won't stop spinning

Whether the washer tub is not spinning, kind of spinning, won't stop spinning, has an unbalanced load error, or just runs way too long, the troubleshooting is the same. Usually, improper installation or balancing of the washer is to blame. This also applies for when clothes are coming out soaking wet or the wash cycle never ends at all. Load size and cycle type are the best places to start solving any of these problems.

Samsung washing machine spins poorly

If the washer is unbalanced, it won't want to spin at high speeds, and this could take the form of spinning slowly, stopping mid-cycle, or throwing an error. Long cycle times or soaking wet clothes also indicate poor spinning performance. Here are the steps to correct your washer's balance and get spinning again.

Get cleaner clothes with your Samsung washing machine

Sort your loads beforehand It’s laundry 101. Sort your clothing! Make sure to separate darks and whites, so the color doesn’t run and bleed into other garments. You should also avoid mixing synthetic clothing (Polyester, Nylon, Spandex) or delicate items with rough materials like towels or jeans. Coarse materials may cause lighter materials to get

The best laundry load size for your Samsung washing machine and dryer

Load your washer Determining how much weight the washer can handle is based on its capacity in cubic feet. The easiest way to measure the load size is to estimate the load’s weight. The minimum recommended weight for your washing machine is 3 pounds. A small load of laundry is when the tub is approximately 1/3 full or 1 pound of laundry per cubic f

Care for your bedding items with your Samsung washer and dryer

Down comforters, duvets, and pillows When you first unpack your down comforter or duvet, it may appear wrinkled and flat. You can restore your bedding by shaking it or fluffing it in your dryer on Wrinkle Prevent. If you're using your dryer, add a couple of dryer balls or rings to help fluff the feathers. Air it out for a few hours outside on a clo

Wash whites in your Samsung washing machine

Wash white socks, sheets, and towels It's recommended to wash white items in hot water, but make sure to always check the care labels first. Gather all your white socks, sheets, and towels that can stand hot water. Always check the labels to be sure. These items tend to be the dirtiest and most heavily-used whites you have, so it is important to us

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